Utility company scams are on the rise, Pennsylvania AG warns
Scams targeting utility customers are on the rise in Pennsylvania, the attorney general says.
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Scams targeting utility customers are on the rise in Pennsylvania, the attorney general says.
Police are reminding people to check gift cards twice before buying them.
Scammers are also looking to spoil presents, specifically gift cards.
Americans have received an average of 2.56 billion robocalls per month from January to September, the highest level in six years, PIRG found.
A man accused of defrauding a Pittsburgh-area man out of more than $100,000 is under arrest.
A Fayette County flower shop is sounding the alarm after learning another out-of-state business appears to be impersonating its company.
A man from China has been charged in a massive scam involving a woman from Aliquippa.
Police say there's been a rise in cases of criminals exploiting kids through social media.
State police are asking health care providers to look at their employment records for any activity matching the suspect.
A Millvale business has a warning for others after it was the target of an electricity scam.
A Philadelphia woman who says her SNAP benefits were stolen is relying on food banks this month. Experts share how to protect your money.
A Pittsburgh-area woman wants to warn others about what she calls a very concerning scam phone call.
The text claims that if you do not pay a fine, your registration, license, and more penalties will be imposed.
Scammers allegedly created multiple fake Venmo accounts.
A Fayette County contractor has been accused of home improvement fraud.
With advances in technology, it's becoming easier than ever to fall victim to a scam.
Police are getting calls nearly daily about scams targeting senior citizens, the lonely, and the community. Here are ways to stay safe.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating.
The 34-year-old Luis Rodriguez is accused of scamming grandparents and using a rideshare company to do it.
The U.S. Postal Service says consumers should be on the lookout for fraudsters.
A Ross Township resident lost more than $8,000 in a jury duty scam that's making the rounds.
The FBI says these types of extortion, or blackmail, scams are on the rise.
The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission has some things you can look out for to protect yourself.
A Pennsylvania lawmaker is pushing for a bill giving bank employees more authority to protect cyberfraud victims.
The 20-year-old pleaded guilty to stealing and draining Apple gift cards from various Walmart locations.
Two people were found dead in an overnight shooting on Locust Street.
More snow showers are expected on Sunday night, and the temperatures will continue to steadily drop.
A fire at a closed steel mill in Weirton, West Virginia, has been brought under control, but only after firefighters faced significant challenges.
Charlie Coyle scored the deciding goal in the shootout and the Columbus Blue Jackets beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-3 on Saturday night.
Propel Schools said the matter was investigated as soon as it was brought to the organization's attention.
Two people were found dead in an overnight shooting on Locust Street.
More snow showers are expected on Sunday night, and the temperatures will continue to steadily drop.
A fire at a closed steel mill in Weirton, West Virginia, has been brought under control, but only after firefighters faced significant challenges.
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Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
Pennsylvania's two sitting senators, Republican Dave McCormick and Democrat John Fetterman, told CBS News they do not support a U.S. military takeover of Greenland.
The lawmakers posted a video in November that told military service members that they "must refuse illegal orders."
Five congressional Democrats say they have received inquiries from the DOJ after they appeared in a video urging members of the military not to follow "illegal orders" — a move the lawmakers allege is political intimidation.
The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday took on two cases challenging states that bar transgender athletes from participating on sports teams that align with their gender identities. One of them involves a student from West Virginia. Lauren Linder reports.
Scams targeting utility customers are on the rise in Pennsylvania, the attorney general says.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
If you get a ticket in the city of Pittsburgh, there could be a higher chance that instead of getting it on your car windshield, you're getting it in the mail.
Western Pennsylvania is grappling with a December that has been significantly colder than in years past.
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Some drivers in Pittsburgh are ignoring road closure signs in the South Side Flats, leaving residents exasperated.
A Westmoreland County taxidermist is under investigation by the Pennsylvania State Police.
Stray voltage from a nearby streetlight shocked Montana Mitchell and her dog, leaving the dog immobile.
Twin boys have been seen selling lemonade for long hours several times a week on street corners throughout Pittsburgh and the suburbs.
A woman says she and her dog were shocked while running in Pittsburgh's Strip District.
The yearly tradition marks the start of months of training for Pittsburgh Marathon participants.
Firefighters have a 62% higher risk of cancer, and this week, the New Castle Central Fire Station hosted pre-screenings.
Once the holidays are over, we often find ourselves in a funk, so how can we find ways to boost our mood?
A major expansion in women's health care is taking shape in Washington County.
Flu cases keep increasing, but at least one Pittsburgh-area emergency room doctor says not everyone needs to visit him.
Charlie Coyle scored the deciding goal in the shootout and the Columbus Blue Jackets beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-3 on Saturday night.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
McConnell, a Chartiers Valley High School graduate, reached the milestone with two assists in the first quarter of Friday's game.
Mike Tomlin's assistant coaches aren't expected to be retained by the team unless they are rehired by the new coach.
Sidney Crosby scored one of Pittsburgh's three power-play goals and the Penguins beat the Philadelphia Flyers 6-3.
Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor on Tuesday announced a new initiative aimed at revitalizing neighborhood business districts across the city.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
The Macy's location at the Pittsburgh Mills Mall will be among the several closures.
With the Steelers hosting their first playoff game with fans in the building since 2018, a lot of revenue is expected to be made in the city.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
"The Pitt" won big at the Golden Globes on Sunday night.
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Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
Two people were found dead in a shooting in Ambridge early on Sunday morning.
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Two Propel Schools employees have been relieved of their positions following an investigation into 'inappropriate' social media posts related to a news report about Iran and President Trump, the district said in a statement on Saturday.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
